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My thumb is swollen but just on the distal phalanx area. how do i treat a swollen thumb?
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Get it evaluated: Several arthritic causes are possible although osteoarthritis is statistically most likely. Have the thumb evaluated and an x ray done.
Answered 3/24/2013
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Depends: You can't treat it until you know why it is swollen. Injury, gout, arthritis are a few reasons for a swollen finger.
Answered 11/23/2015
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